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DU08 VKH

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

150,676 mi
Last recorded150,676 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU08 VKH
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2019 150,676 miles

damage to outer wall n/s/f tyre

engine undertray poorly secured

n/s door mirror damaged

slight fuel leak at filter

Fail 2 Apr 2019 150,676 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

damage to outer wall n/s/f tyre

engine undertray poorly secured

n/s door mirror damaged

slight fuel leak at filter

Pass 19 Feb 2018 117,536 miles

Nearside Front tyre sidewall

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 2 Mar 2017 112,389 miles

Oil leak ()

steering rack damp

Fail 1 Mar 2017 112,388 miles

Fuel system component leaking filter (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Oil leak ()

steering rack damp

Pass 8 Mar 2016 107,482 miles

Nearside Rear n\s\r tyre out of shape and worn inner edge

Fail 8 Mar 2016 107,482 miles

Fuel system component leaking diesel leak at fuel filter (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear n\s\r tyre out of shape and worn inner edge

Pass 28 Feb 2015 88,581 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 72,962 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 56,266 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 2 Mar 2012 44,498 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 34,137 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3?

Based on 2,294,034 MOT tests across 155,316 vehicles.

73.6%
Pass Rate
6,682
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
155,316
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 75,543
coil spring broken 47,423
position lamp(s) not working 38,332
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35,584
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 34,513
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DU08 VKH is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 87,215 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 75,543 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DU08 VKH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Saab 9-3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DU08 VKH registered?

DU08 VKH is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 6 March 2008.

Is DU08 VKH safe to buy?

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